January 13, 2021
The Peer Support Groups program offered under Carer Gateway and HelpingMinds® provides a unique way for carers to meet like-minded people and connect through the power of peer support.
Our aim is to link carers together, enabling them to share stories and connect with people in similar circumstances in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
We will also assist you to build on the skills that you have already developed in your carer role in order to support and guide others who are in a similar situations.
The IPPS program has been designed to provide the foundation for a self-sustaining support group for carers. The program prepares you for the possibility of facilitating your own support group which you can choose to continue if you feel confident. Your Carer Gateway facilitator will be there to support you throughout the process and into the future.
The groups are ongoing at various dates, times and locations throughout the year. Online and face-to-face groups available. This free program focuses on the importance of connection, and finding community, meaning and purpose.
The Peer Support Groups are for adult carers who are supporting a loved one through the challenges associated with disability, mental health, age, addiction or palliative care etc.
Programs will be held throughout the year and run each week for five consecutive weeks or alternatively as a one-off half day group. There will be the option of continuing to meet at dates and times that suit group members.
South West Groups
Albany
Monday 17 May 2021 9am – 1pm Online
Augusta
Tuesday 6 April 2021 9am – 1pm Online
Boddington
Monday 10 May 2021 9am – 1pm Face-to-face
Bunbury
Wednesday 13 January 2021 12pm – 4pm Face-to-face
Wednesday 10 March 2021 12pm – 4pm Face-to-face
Busselton
Thursday 14 January 2021 10.30am – 2.30pm Face-to-face
Thursday 11 March 2021 10.30am – 2.30pm Face-to-face
Dwellingup
Monday 10 May 2021 3pm – 7pm Face-to-face
Esperance
Monday 24 May 2021 10am – 2pm Online
Harvey
Monday 3 May 2021 9am – 1pm Face-to-face
Katanning
Monday 12 April 2021 10am -2pm Online
Lake Grace
Thursday 28 January 2021 3pm – 7pm Online
Northcliffe
Wednesday 10 February 2021 9am – 1pm Online
Pemberton
Wednesday 21 April 2021 9am – 1pm Online
Yarloop
Monday 3 May 2021 3pm – 7pm Face-to-face
How to register
Please contact HelpingMinds® to learn more or to register for the program. Call 9427 7100 or 1800 811 747 (regional callers) or email carergateway@helpingminds.org.au
